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Host

M

Melville Ruick

Cast›

A

Anita Louise

Bob Burns

C

Cecil B. DeMille

C

Clara Blandick

E

Earle Ross

G

Granville Bates

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Prewar Nights

Before the war changed the dial (through 1941).

24 episodes

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The Big Show

Bob Burns, Jimmy Durante

The Big Show features a star-studded lineup, including Bob Burns, Jimmy Durante, and Evelyn Knight, as they entertain with music and comedy sketches. Tallulah Bankhead hosts the lively program, filled with humorous banter and musical performances.

Ep 19 · Sunday, March 11, 1951 · 86:22

The Mel Blanc Show

Supermarket Journal Editor

Mel seeks to convince Mr. Colby, his girlfriend's father, that he is educated enough to marry Betty. The stakes rise as Mel tries to impress a reporter who could help Mr. Colby gain recognition.

Ep 37 · Tuesday, May 13, 1947 · 23:00

Cavalcade of America

That Skipper from Stonington

Captain Richard Loper dreams of becoming a whaler like his ancestors, but instead finds himself captaining a slow passenger packet in 1820. He is determined to save enough money to build his own whaling ship and pursue his lifelong ambition.

Ep 518 · Monday, April 7, 1947 · 29:51

Broadway Is My Beat

The John Dobson Murder Case

Detective Danny Clover investigates the poisoning of John Dobson, whose second wife is the only other person linked to two suspicious deaths in her life. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of lies and hidden motives.

Ep 94 · Saturday, January 5, 1952 · 29:47

Fibber McGee and Molly

Old Time Radio Show Interviews Jim Jordan

Ep 19820529 · Saturday, May 29, 1982 · 26:08

More from Lux Radio Theatre

Same series — shared cast and standout nights

Lux Radio Theatre

Alexander's Ragtime Band

Irving Berlin's famous show business romance. The story was used again on The Lux Radio Theatre program of April 7, 1947 (see cat. #38762).

Ep 266 · Monday, June 3, 1940 · 59:48

Lux Radio Theatre

In Name Only

The marriage-go-round among Connecticut society folk. One of the commercials is set in "The Brown Derby."

Ep 241 · Monday, December 11, 1939 · 59:42

Lux Radio Theatre

The Criminal Code

A nice kid with all the breaks going against him gets ten years in the Big House, and finds love!

Ep 116 · Monday, January 18, 1937 · 60:12

Lux Radio Theatre

Silver Dollar

The true story of Horace Tabor, who became fabulously wealthy from his silver mines in Colorado. The intermission guest is the former United States Minister to Denmark, who also i

Ep 213 · Monday, April 3, 1939 · 59:59

Lux Radio Theatre

Another Language

A turbulent family drama about an overbearing mother and a son trying to find himself. Sarah Delano Roosevelt (mother of the president) is interviewed after the story.

Ep 133 · Monday, May 17, 1937 · 59:43

Lux Radio Theatre

A Farewell to Arms

A well-done dramatization of the story of love and death in Italy during the first war.

Ep 127 · Monday, April 5, 1937 · 60:55

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Credits

  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Lux_Radio_Theater_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
  • Cast and sponsor data from RadioGold Index (J. David Goldin / UMKC Libraries).
  • Historical context from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

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Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 240

A Man to Remember

Monday, December 4, 1939 · 59:48

Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 240

A Man to Remember

Monday, December 4, 1939 · 59:48

Network›

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CBS net

Network

The very well-done, moving story of a small-town country doctor; an unusual non-comedy role for Bob Burns. The story was produced on The Lux Radio Theatre subsequently on May 18, 1942 (see cat. #42338).

Drama Desk

Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.

24 episodes

1939

One year on the air — the world on edge.

24 episodes

Thirties Echo

1930s nights — earlier golden age glow.

24 episodes

Hour-Long Nights

When you want a full-length appointment.

24 episodes

Latest Air Dates

The newest broadcast dates in the archive.

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An Evening With Groucho

Timbuctoo

Marvin Hamlisch performs a whimsical song about a character named Buck and his humorous adventures in Timbuktu. The lighthearted lyrics playfully explore themes of love and family.

Ep 10 · Saturday, May 6, 1972 · 2:25

Our Miss Brooks

Stretch Has A Problem (repeat of #30)

The story of Stretch Snodgrass' secret love and Miss Brooks' bath. The script was previously used on "Our Miss Brooks" on February 27, 1949 (see cat. #46328) and on February 14, 1

Ep 357 · Sunday, February 24, 1957 · 28:05

Lux Radio Theatre

The Moon's Our Home

A comedy about a romance between an author and an actress.

Ep 294 · Monday, February 10, 1941 · 59:00

Lux Radio Theatre

Wings of the Navy

Two navy pilots are in love with the same girl. A competition for the glory of the service follows.

Ep 276 · Monday, October 7, 1940 · 59:55

That night in history

Headlines

  • 1939 — World War II: HMS Nelson is struck by a mine (laid by U-31) off the Scottish coast and is laid up for repairs until August 1940.

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